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If you liked The Age of Reason, here are the top 25 books to read next:
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Save:A modern Egyptian classic filled with humor, heartbreak, and humanity - Midaq Alley is a must-read for anyone interested in how ordinary lives reflect universal struggles for dignity and meaning.
Many things combine to show that Midaq Alley is one of the gems of times gone by and that it once shone forth like a flashing star in the history of Cairo. Which Cairo do I mean? That of the Fatimids,... - #2
Save:A classic work that rewards patient, curious readers - Fear and Trembling is a challenging but deeply rewarding meditation on faith, ethics, and the limits of human understanding. If you’re up for a philosophical adventure, this one’s worth the effort.
The ethical as such is the universal, and as the universal it applies to everyone, which from another angle means that it applies at all times. It rests immanent in itself, has nothing outside itself... - #3
Save:An essential - but seriously heavy - philosophical classic. Eye-opening for the adventurous reader, but not a casual pick-up. Bring patience, a dictionary, and maybe some coffee!
OUR inquiry has led us to the heart of being. But we have been brought to an impasse since we have not been able to establish the connection between the two regions of being which we have discovered.... - #4
Save:A philosophical deep-dive into alienation and the search for meaning - brilliant and thought-provoking for some, slow and gloomy for others. Read if you want to challenge your mind; skip if you crave action or lightheartedness.
I think I’m the one who has changed: that’s the simplest solution. Also the most unpleasant. But I must finally realize that I am subject to these sudden transformations. The thing is that I rarely th... - #5
Save:A fast, thought-provoking read that’s ideal for newcomers to philosophy or those seeking a taste of existentialism. Not a comprehensive manifesto, but a lively, accessible gateway to bigger philosophical adventures.
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Save:A smart, engaging, and highly accessible gateway to philosophy, ideal for newcomers or anyone wanting to see how ancient wisdom can still brighten up modern life. Don't expect a college-level philosophy course - but do expect some genuine food for thought.
Jacques-Louis David received his commission in the spring of 1786 from Charles-Michel Trudaine de la Sablière, a wealthy member of the Parlement and a gifted Greek scholar. The terms were generous, 6,... - #7
Save:Fosse’s Septology is a hypnotic, profound work - a rewarding experience if you’re in the mood for something meditative and unique, but it’s definitely not for every reader.
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Save:Intellectually essential but notoriously tough - approach with patience, notes, and plenty of coffee. If you stick with it, you’ll glimpse the roots of modern philosophy. If not, you’re definitely not alone!
Within a few years of the publication of his Critique of Pure Reason in 1781, Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) was recognized by his contemporaries as one of the seminal philosophers of modern times – indeed... - #9
Save:A beautifully written, patient, and immersive family epic - rewarding for those who enjoy deep character exploration and historical insight, but newcomers should brace for a slow tempo and intense themes of authority and tradition.
SHE WOKE at midnight. She always woke up then without having to rely on an alarm clock. A wish that had taken root in her awoke her with great accuracy. For a few moments she was not sure she was awak... - #10
Save:A beautiful, challenging, and polarizing literary journey - unforgettable for some, but not for everyone. If you're in for a haunting exploration of identity, spirituality, and societal change, Mishima delivers in spades.
